Jarlen Don, Ph.D. Associate Professor            

Department of Mechanical Engineering and Energy Processes              
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Carbondale, Illinois 62901-4343
Phone: (618) 618-453-7004   
FAX: (618) 453-
e-mail: jdon@geo.siu.edu   Website

Expertise:

• Processing, Oxidation Protection, and Characterization of Carbon-Carbon Composites. 
• CVI Densification, CVD Ceramic Coatings, and Matrix Inhibition.
• Formulation, Processing, and Testing of Carbon-Carbon,  Semi-Metallic, Sintered Metallic, and Paper-Based Friction Materials.
• Dynamometer Testing, and Friction and Wear Studies.